Kitchen Manager: Lead Operations, Menu & Cost Control

Washington Pavilion; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Company-paid Life Insurance

401K Retirement Plan with a 6% Company Match

Generous Paid Time Off

Free Washington Pavilion Membership

Job summary

Washington Pavilion in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead back-of-house operations. This role involves managing food quality, costs, and a kitchen team while maintaining compliance with food safety standards. Ideal candidates have prior kitchen leadership experience and a strong understanding of kitchen operations. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a dynamic workplace focused on community engagement.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen leadership experience (Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, or similar role).
• Strong understanding of food cost control, labor management, and kitchen operations.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and hold a team accountable.
• Experience with inventory systems and vendor management.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day kitchen operations including food production and quality.
• Manage food cost through purchasing, portioning, and waste control.
• Create and manage back-of-house schedules while maintaining labor targets.
• Hire, train, coach, and develop back-of-house staff.

Skills

Leadership

Food Cost Control

Labor Management

Training and Development

Menu Development

Job description

Washington Pavilion in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead back-of-house operations. This role involves managing food quality, costs, and a kitchen team while maintaining compliance with food safety standards. Ideal candidates have prior kitchen leadership experience and a strong understanding of kitchen operations. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a dynamic workplace focused on community engagement.